The curse of the Buttons

"When a steamboat arrives heralding the news that Iowa has been called up to represent the Union of the United States of America, Ike is beside himself with excitement. Left behind with the women while the Button men march forth toward glory, Ike makes a plan to meet up with the Iowa First. But, as Ike learns, some opportunities are meant to be missed. And some arrive when you least expect them"--Back cover.